Fly to Hawaiʻi
Most off-island visitors first arrive through Honolulu (HNL) or Maui, then connect to a regional flight serving Molokai Airport (MKK).
Welcome to Molokai
Small island. Big sense of place.
Race weekend begins before the start line. Molokai is a rural island with limited flights, transportation, and accommodations compared with Hawaiʻi's larger visitor destinations, so planning ahead matters.
The race hub is in Kaunakakai on Molokai's south shore. Molokai Airport (MKK) is the island's main airport and is roughly a 15-minute drive from Kaunakakai. There is no direct commercial service from the continental United States, so most visitors connect through Honolulu or Maui before taking a regional flight to Molokai.
Getting here
Plan the trip in three parts.
Flight schedules and carriers can change. Confirm current service before you finalize lodging or ground transportation.
Connect to Molokai
Regional flights to MKK are short, but seats can be limited. Book early and leave enough time between connecting flights.
Reserve Ground Travel
Molokai does not have a public transit system. Arrange a rental car, shuttle, taxi, or other transportation before race weekend.
Local travel resource
Plan with Molokai Outdoors.
Molokai Outdoors provides local travel information along with airport shuttles, car rentals, tours, and activity services. Their travel page includes current guidance on flights and accommodations and is a useful starting point for planning your visit.
Once you arrive
Slow down. You’re on Molokai.
Kaunakakai is the island's main town and the center of race weekend. Driving is straightforward, but services are limited and distances between parts of the island can take longer than they appear on a map.
TransportationReserve a vehicle or shuttle in advance.
LodgingInventory is limited, especially around major events.
Race MorningBuild extra time into your transportation plan.
Respect the IslandTravel thoughtfully and follow local guidance.
Where to stay
Book your room early.
Molokai has a smaller lodging inventory than Hawaiʻi's major resort islands. Options include Hotel Molokai, condominium properties, vacation rentals, cottages, and other locally managed accommodations.
For race weekend, secure lodging as soon as your travel dates are confirmed. If you are traveling with family or a group, coordinate transportation and accommodations together.
Race Weekend Tip
Do not wait until the final weeks to arrange flights, a rental car, or lodging. Molokai's limited capacity is part of its character, but it also means popular dates can fill quickly.
Before you go
A little planning goes a long way.
Confirm Flights
Check your regional connection and baggage requirements directly with your airline.
Reserve a Car
Ground transportation is limited, so arrange it before arriving on the island.
Know Your Route
Review the race location, packet pickup information, and parking details when the final race guide is released.
Come Ready
Pack for warm coastal conditions and cooler temperatures in Molokai's higher elevations.
October 2, 2027 · Kaunakakai, Molokai
Make the journey part of the race.
Plan ahead, arrive ready, and experience Molokai one mile at a time.